Dia:Beacon hosted its annual spring benefit at Dia:Beacon, Riggio Galleries in Beacon, New York on Saturday, May 12, 2012. Dia honored John Chamberlain with special remarks by fellow artist and long-time friend Lawrence Weiner. The event also included a performance of works by choreographer Yvonne Rainer, a luncheon in the Chamberlin gallery, a children’s program, and a gallery tour of Jean-Luc Moulène’s Opus+ One, with Dia curator Yasmil Raymond.
The proceeds raised from the event will support Dia:Beacon’s exhibitions and dynamic public and educational programming. Select images from the benefit are available upon request.

Natural beauty company Aesop created a custom-made travel kit for guests, specially designed and packaged to honor Dia:Beacon’s exhibitions and programs. Floral arrangements and décor were designed by Matthew Robbins Design and the event was produced by MF Productions.

Donations and in-kind contributions were generously been provided by Aesop and Millbrook Vineyards & Winery,with additional support from illy caffè.